ETCHE ARGUINIA CHAMBRES HOTES

Restaurants nearby

• EtchemaiteBib In this mountainous area on the edge of the Basque Country, this traditional establishment is simply charming. It is also the repository of a family history going back four generations. Ximun has now taken up the mantle, serving delicious traditional cuisine, characterised by generous portions and tasty well-matured broths and jus. The ingredients are local, and the suppliers are duly listed on the menu. This is comforting fare (think duck raviolo, mix of mushrooms, langoustine bisque; "Axuria" lamb: pressed lamb, macaroni gratin, Xipister, lamb jus), to enjoy in the bright, somewhat rustic-st14.5km
• Maison Chilo Arnaud Chilo and his sister Marina embody the fourth generation at the helm of this family inn established back in 1937. They brought a breeze of change, illustrated by new furniture and a reappointed dining room, which has happily retained its comforting rustic character, without forgetting the splendid view over the lush valley and the mountains from the terrace. The delicately updated cuisine is liberally sprinkled in fine Basque produce and keeps pace with the seasons: smoked trout; baked pollock in a crust; 7-hour slow-roasted shoulder of lamb…10.1km
• Canfranc Express★ Michelin A great gastronomic experience? Here, given that the gourmet option is concentrated around three exclusive tables, you can enjoy it if you book well in advance; perhaps unsurprisingly, this captivating restaurant is located in the emblematic Canfranc Station (now a luxurious Royal Hideaway Hotel), inside an old carriage capable of transporting you back in time. The experience, which begins with historical details on the platform and includes a stop for aperitifs in the 1928 carriage-restaurant (offering a more French-style cuisine - in the evenings, run by the same team), is accompanied by a c45.6km
• Lore Ttipia - Auberge Ostape★ Michelin A sprawling country estate on the heights of Bidarray and Itxassou is home to a 17C farmstead and outhouses. A panoramic terrace commands a jaw-dropping view over grandiose rolling countryside. Chef John Argaud, who trained with the best in the Basque Country (the Ibarboure brothers in Ithurria), as well as at Le Meurice Alain Ducasse in Paris, shines the spotlight on outstanding local produce. The food is crisp, legible and dotted with creativity; some ingredients are cooked over embers or finished on a hot stone for an added distinctive edge. An example: morels stuffed with sweetbread and du49.2km
• Art'zainBib Artzain means "shepherd" in Basque – in tribute to the owner’s father. Located in the centre of the village, this converted barn has retained a rustic feel, courtesy of old rafters and stone walls, which are contrasted with a contemporary edge thanks to furniture by Basque craftsman Alki. The menu features an enticing cast of seasonal and predominantly local ingredients that never disappoints: a country dish of black pudding, sausage, fresh pork belly, Tarbais beans and powdered garlic bread, or a wafer-thin tartlet of fresh goat’s cheese, confit lemon marmalade, squid and herb-spiked sorbet.38.2km
• JarapeaBib After spending almost 15 years in Chile, Michel Moutroustéguy and his partner decided to return to the chef’s homeland. In the peaceful Basque countryside, they orchestrate a concise, sensibly priced score in a market-fresh vein, as well as an inspired new take on traditional Basque classics. The chef seeks to highlight local seasonal produce, sometimes cooked over embers as he demonstrates his know-how picked up all over the world: sauces and jus that pack a punch, consummate craftsmanship and high-flying seasonings. From starter to dessert, everything is spot on!40.4km
• CanteréBib It is well worth visiting this mountain village to eat at this restaurant occupying a typical “chesa”-style house with an impressive old vine adorning the façade. Enjoy a drink in the public bar before heading upstairs to the attractive rustic-contemporary dining room featuring bright dining spaces, a minimum of furniture and impressive lighting. Here, owner-chef Alfredo García, showcases a traditionally inspired menu brought impressively up to date that always tries to champion seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Canteré’s food-themed events are also highly popular, one of which is devo40.5km
• OmnivoreBib Two minutes from Pau Château, on the picturesque Place Gramont, imagine a nostalgic bistro with a zinc-topped counter, wood panelling and upholstered seating. Pau's foodies flock here, sharing good vibes as they tuck into fish fresh from the fish auction or 24hr shoulder of pork. The slate menu features traditional nosh served generously and sometimes enhanced by touches of citrus fruit or well-balanced smoky notes. The jovial front-of-house staff are an added bonus.42.0km
• Jumo & CoBib In the heart of the old town of Pau, twin brothers, one a chef and the other a pastry chef, have successfully launched their family business in a modern bistro-style setting laid out over two floors, complete with a pastry counter and tea room. The menu is a real draw, and also represents great value for money. This talented pair bring a touch of magic to their apparently simple dishes, drawing on sweet and sour jus and a medley of condiments to enhance their ingenious and generous, yet always light cuisine. Think confit pork belly, barbecue jus, pickled vegetables, radishes, polenta croquette42.0km
• Les Pyrénées An institution in St Jean Pied de Port, passed down from father to son. Both the decor and the cuisine pay homage to the classicism and taste of the Basque country, all of which with good quality produce.35.1km

Includes Michelin / Black Pearl / guide picks (reference quality, no prices); data from Overture, Michelin Guide and others.